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What Causes Chest Pain While Taking Deep Breaths Post Injury?
Question: I fell a week ago on the right side of my lower back against a concrete step. I thought the pain would go away by now. I didn't go to the hospital because I know you take X-rays, say it's cracked or bruised, and there's nothing that can be done, but should it last this long? Hurts when I cough, in bed, turn my upper torso but there wasn't any bruising.
Brief Answer:
Possible rib Fractures. Needs icing, pain killers
Detailed Answer:
Hi there.
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
Thanks for the query.
Do you have any shortness of breath ?
Do you have pain in taking in a deep breath ?
It is quite possible toy may have fractured your ribs and associated soft tissue damage.
Usually rib Fractures are treated conservatively with pain killers and avoiding lying on the affected side of it really hurts. Sometimes lying on the affected side while sleeping can give a splinting effect and can reduce the pain.
This could take 4 to 6 weeks for Complete recovery and got should begin to find relief in s couple of weeks if you are careful. Apply ice to the painful region and take pain killers. If you develop shortness of breath, kindly consult your Doctor.
I hope I have answered your query.
I will be available to answer your follow up queries.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
Possible rib Fractures. Needs icing, pain killers
Detailed Answer:
Hi there.
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
Thanks for the query.
Do you have any shortness of breath ?
Do you have pain in taking in a deep breath ?
It is quite possible toy may have fractured your ribs and associated soft tissue damage.
Usually rib Fractures are treated conservatively with pain killers and avoiding lying on the affected side of it really hurts. Sometimes lying on the affected side while sleeping can give a splinting effect and can reduce the pain.
This could take 4 to 6 weeks for Complete recovery and got should begin to find relief in s couple of weeks if you are careful. Apply ice to the painful region and take pain killers. If you develop shortness of breath, kindly consult your Doctor.
I hope I have answered your query.
I will be available to answer your follow up queries.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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